WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryWhistlePigThompson Bros.
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£68.9£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value73/100

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £69.

For beginners: WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.9 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £68.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy WhistlePig?

WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy TB/BSW?

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only WhistlePig FarmStock Crop No.002

ToastedVanillaNew WoodFresh Fruit

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SherriedCooked FruitNuttyTobacco

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